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A562 TYP

1984 Volkswagen Scirocco

Bronze Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,360 mi
Last recorded129,360 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2024
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Scirocco113,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA562 TYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelScirocco
Year1984
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2024 129,360 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2024 129,360 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 127,342 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2023 127,336 miles

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 126,773 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 126,469 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 124,970 miles

Rear fuel filter and pipes corroded

Fail 12 Mar 2020 124,969 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material t rears both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear fuel filter and pipes corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2019 124,826 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 124,169 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 124,162 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 124,154 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 124,120 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 124,074 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 123,211 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Scirocco?

Based on 742,525 MOT tests across 61,496 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
6,743
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
61,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,785
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,672
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A562 TYP is a 1984 Volkswagen Scirocco in Bronze with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1984 Volkswagen Scirocco models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 113,013 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Scirocco fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,785 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A562 TYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Scirocco typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 42 years old, this Volkswagen Scirocco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A562 TYP registered?

A562 TYP is a 1984 Volkswagen Scirocco, first registered on 28 February 1984.

Is A562 TYP safe to buy?

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